A new Toyota Camry XV60 of the eighth generation has appeared on the automobile market. This model is not a restyling of the old version, but practically a new car made of expensive materials, which can be classified as a business class car.
General information about the Toyota Camry XV60
In 2018, the annual premiere took place in Detroit: the new Toyota Camry XV60 was unveiled at the auto show. This model was originally created for sale in America.
The manufacturers managed to make the car more modern and comfortable. The appearance is completely different from the appearance of the previous version. All technical specifications have also changed.
Interior and exterior of the car
The photo shows that the new version of the Toyota Camry has become lower, wider and longer. The main changes in the exterior are the change of the front and rear bumpers, equipped with new optics and cast multi-spoke wheels. The radiator grille lost its chrome trim: it was painted with automotive paint.
The side part is distinguished by protruding wheel arches, under which are installed light-alloy wheels with a diameter of 16 inches. The more expensive version is equipped with 18-inch wheels. The curve of the roof at the rear of the car is increased. The exhaust pipe has been moved from the left side to the right, and the trunk lid has been slightly changed.
The interior of the cabin has changed significantly:
the trim is made of expensive material and soft plastic;
The instrument panel has a speedometer, a tachometer, a 4-spoke multimedia steering wheel;
In the middle of the panel stands out the on-board computer with a small screen.
Nearby are the buttons to control the climate control and other options:
GBL sound system;
road marking control;
blind spot recognition;
the system of automatic switching of the headlights mode;
pedestrian warning system on the road.
Compared to the previous model, the front door openings have increased. The second row of seats can easily accommodate tall passengers.
Technical characteristics of the car
Business class car. The technical characteristics are similar to the previous model.
Body
The body of the Toyota Camry XV60 is welded from high quality steel. Parts that are often exposed to corrosion (floors, sills and amplifiers) are made of heavy-duty steel.
The dimensions of the body have changed slightly:
length - 486 cm;
width - 184 cm;
height - 145.5 cm;
Wheelbase - 282.5 cm;
Ground clearance decreased from 16 to 15.5 cm, but the bottom has become flat: the exhaust system is hidden under the protection.
Engine capacity
Cars made for sale in America are equipped with a powerful 3.5-liter, 305-horsepower V6 gasoline engine or a 2.5-liter, 203-horsepower four-cylinder powertrain.
Fuel consumption
Toyota Camry with a 2-liter engine has fuel consumption in the mixed mode 7.1 l/100 km, with a 2.5-liter engine - 8.3 l/100 km, with a 3.5-liter power unit - up to 10 l/100 km.
The volume of the fuel tank
Toyota Camry in the 60th body is equipped with a fuel tank volume of 60 liters.
Driving performance
Front suspension is sprung, independent type McPherson; rear suspension is multilever, semi-independent, springy, with double wishbones. Suspension copes well with driving on broken roads, and bumps and potholes are hardly felt while driving.
Braking system
The rear brakes are disc brakes and ventilated disc brakes at the front. The car is also equipped with a handbrake, which is activated by pressing a special button, located near the console. The 6-cylinder model is equipped with a brake pedal without a free stroke, the brakes are activated by pressure on the pedal.
Transmissions
The engines, which are installed on models for sale in the States, aggregate with an 8-speed automatic transmission. Powertrains for roads work with a 6- and 8-speed automatic.
Safety
The new version is equipped with such safety features:
Autobrake system with pedestrian detection and collision warning function.
A reminder of the location of road signs and markings.
Cruise control with integrated distance warning function at all speeds.
The vehicle has a fatigue control function. It also has anti-theft ID, central locking and an alarm system.
Advantages and disadvantages
According to reviews from owners, the advantages of the sedan include:
rich equipment;
excellent handling;
minimum fuel consumption;
high-quality interior trim;
reliable paintwork.
The lack of a button on the trunk lid, a slow automatic, which loses to many models because of the slow start.
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